With so many demands on today’s families and the increased focus on early brain development, families need all the support they can get to nurture the potential of youth. That’s why child care and early learning programs at the Y focus on holistically nurturing child development by providing a safe and healthy place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships and build self-reliance through the Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
- Freehold Child Care Discover a world of education and enrichment! The Freehold YMCA provides safe and secure child care for infants, toddlers, pre-school & pre-K (Ages 3 months to 5 years).
- Freehold School Age Child Care School Age Child Care extends your child's learning day in a fun and meaningful way! With a focus on character development and healthy living, children experience academic, physical and social activities under the supervision of positive, caring role models.
- Y Academy | K-6 Education Partner
- Y-Kids Before & After School Care School Age Child Care extends your child's learning day in a fun and meaningful way! With a focus on character development and healthy living, children experience academic, physical and social activities under the supervision of positive, caring role models.
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A leader in childhood obesity prevention, the Y is committed to keeping kids active. Through a partnership with The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey, the Healthy U health & physical activity initiative is incorporated in all YMCA of Greater Monmouth County Preschool and School Age programs for youth.
Healthy U is designed to combat childhood obesity by instituting behavioral changes in children using a multi-pronged approach that includes nutrition education, increased physical activity and a family focus. Learn more about the Healthy U program and CATCH (Coordinated Approach To Child Health).
Child Care Event Calendar
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Developing Financial Literacy for Youth & Adults 6:00 pm Developing Financial Literacy for Youth & Adults @ Old Bridge Family YMCA Mar 2 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm ![]() Teens and parents are invited to the Y on March 2, 9, and 16 to workshop ways toward: ✓Making Good Money Decisions Now and in the Future ✓Sound Saving and Spending ✓Non-Emotional Money Management. This event is presented by Heroes & Cool Kids, funded by the Old Bridge Township Municipal Alliance through a grant from[...] | ||||||
Developing Financial Literacy for Youth & Adults 6:00 pm Developing Financial Literacy for Youth & Adults @ Old Bridge Family YMCA Mar 9 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm ![]() Teens and parents are invited to the Y on March 2, 9, and 16 to workshop ways toward: ✓Making Good Money Decisions Now and in the Future ✓Sound Saving and Spending ✓Non-Emotional Money Management. This event is presented by Heroes & Cool Kids, funded by the Old Bridge Township Municipal Alliance through a grant from[...] | ||||||
Developing Financial Literacy for Youth & Adults 6:00 pm Developing Financial Literacy for Youth & Adults @ Old Bridge Family YMCA Mar 16 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm ![]() Teens and parents are invited to the Y on March 2, 9, and 16 to workshop ways toward: ✓Making Good Money Decisions Now and in the Future ✓Sound Saving and Spending ✓Non-Emotional Money Management. This event is presented by Heroes & Cool Kids, funded by the Old Bridge Township Municipal Alliance through a grant from[...] | ||||||
Camp Zehnder Open House & JOB FAIR! 9:00 am Camp Zehnder Open House & JOB FAIR! @ YMCA Camp Zehnder Mar 25 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm ![]() KIDS ARE IN FOR ADVENTURE AT YMCA CAMP ZEHNDER! Visit our open house and JOB FAIR! Camp Zehnder is an ACA Accredited summer camp where kids 3-15 explore nature, discover new talents, try new activities and make lasting friendships at this beautiful camp on 140 acres with an outdoor aquatics complex, KaBoom! | ||||||
Women Empowering Women | A Night of Inspiration 6:00 pm Women Empowering Women | A Night of Inspiration @ Freehold Family YMCA Mar 30 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm ![]() Meet us at the Freehold Family YMCA on Thursday, March 30, 6-7:30 p.m. for an evening of inspiration and networking with local women leaders and organizations who make our community stronger. All are welcome to enjoy guest speakers, community partners, networking opportunities, refreshments, raffles, giveaways, Y employment and program information. For more information contact afalcone@ymcanj.org. |